New Orleans True Murder Tour: Sinister Criminal Intentions

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Sinister Criminal Intentions True Crime Tour

2 hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

New Orleans may be notorious for its ghost stories, but the city is also home to a host of shocking true crime that's too grisly to make up. On this adults-only evening tour, roam through the lively French Quarter with a guide who shares the gruesome details of crimes ripped straight from headlines and police reports. From the beastly LaLaurie and Trunk murders to the Katrina Cannibal, these tales are not for the faint of heart.

Learn about the real-life horror stories that shocked New Orleans
Pass the sites of some of the most terrifying true crimes committed in the French Quarter
Spooky alternative to ghost tours that will even shock nonbelievers
Tour offered in the evening for a more atmospheric background

What's Included

Small-group true crime tour
Professional guide

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

815 Toulouse St, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA
Meet inside the Unique NOLA Tours shop

End point

1100 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
End of tour is near this location. Your guide will help with directions to your next destination.

What To Expect

Book this adult’s only true murder and sinister crimes group tour to find out about the dark and gruesome underside of New Orleans. You’ll walk the streets with your guide and hear stories you won’t find in your average guidebook.

Your tour starts with meeting your guide and group at the easy to find departure point. Be ready to hear horror stories about murder and cannibalism. Learn about Madame LaLaurie, The Katrina Cannibal, and much more.

Some of the places you’ll walk by include the French Quarter, Omni Royal Orleans, Jackson Square, LaLaurie Mansion, Royal Street, and more, so be prepared to cover some ground.

French Quarter

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Omni Royal Orleans

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Jackson Square

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lalaurie Mansion

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Royal Street

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Minimum age is 16 years
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Reviews

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Recommend. Anderson is terrific.

Cindy_D, Apr 2024

Anderson was a terrific tour guide. A great balance of fun and seriousness, which is important given the tour’s subject matter (crime) and intention (entertainment). I learned a lot about specific events but also general New Orleans history, culture, and building construction.

Awesome

Valeri_M, Mar 2024

Mikko was very entertaining with the stories, and shared a lot of information. It was an easy walk…. The meeting time is 15 minutes before the actual tour start… quite a few real crime stories where he even provided some of his own opinions to enhance the facts. Highly recommend.

Anderson is the man!

elizabeth_s, Mar 2024

Anderson was our guide and man he was a character! He knew all the stories, answered all of our questions and you could tell he loved this city and its history. If you want to hear about some real and gruesome murders, some that even happened not that long ago, I would recommend this tour!

Wonderful tour!

Rhonda_F, Mar 2024

Great tour, the guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Good way to experience the beautiful architecture of the French Quarters. Reaching my Fitbit step goal was a bonus!!

Awesome!

Kristin_K, Mar 2024

Dane was super informative. We had a great time learning about the crimes in New Orleans. Could’ve easily spent a couple more hours learning more.

Great experience!

Iram_M, Mar 2024

We had an amazing tour. Elaine was great and so knowledgeable. I would highly recommend booking a tour with her!

Unprofessional, uneventful and disappointing

Norma_W, Feb 2024

There were four of us together, only ones in the group on February 10th, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. We could not go inside the office/gift shop because “they” were in a parade and our guide did not have a key. We walked and stood in several spots listening to true crimes yes, but didn’t get to go into any buildings to view as it indicated on the brochure. We were all bored and some of the stories were hard to follow or we could barely hear the guide. This tour is something we will highly not recommend, the cost of it was ridiculous for what we got. We usually always give great reviews, but this time we just couldn’t. So disappointing.

Response from Host, Feb 2024

"I'm sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your walking tour with us. I would like to address some of the issues that you have raised. Please note that our Murder Tour does not involve entering any private residences, and this was never mentioned in any of our advertising material, including our brochure. As the creator of the brochure, I can confirm this. Many of the locations on our tour are private homes, and we respect the privacy of the homeowners. I hope this clarifies any confusion, and I apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you." Regarding the shop closure, I apologize for any inconvenience caused. We are one of the few tour companies that have a central location in the French Quarter to start our tours. While we do have a great little gift shop, it is operated by only one person - me. I work ten hours a day, seven days a week, with only one day off a month (the "Sacred Second Wednesday"). Occasionally, I do get a treat, like participating in the Tucks Parade, where I gave away tons of cheer to thousands of people. While I do understand that you were disappointed about the shop closure, I hope you can appreciate that I am only one person and sometimes need to take time off to recharge. However, if you let me know when you're in town next, I'll make sure the shop is open for you in case you want to come in.

One of the best tours to do

Tara_M, Feb 2024

It was a great experience! Our guide was so knowledgeable and when he shared the stories he told them in a way you could visualize the people and setting. I'd 100 percent recommend to others.

Best tour in New Orleans!

Heather_M, Dec 2023

Dane was an awesome tour guide! Fantastic tour! We learned a lot about the history of the city! Loved it, would definitely use this group again!

Dane was a fantastic tour...

Alex_P, Dec 2023

Dane was a fantastic tour guide! We had a great experience with him. He was very knowledgeable and gave an excellent performance.

Not if it's Mikko!

Jon_W, Oct 2023

I am not one to leave negative reviews, but I think all should know what to expect. I am sure this could/is a good tour, but not if Mikko is your guide. He was beyond scattered getting annoyed with passers-by and distracted by the smallest things. He rarely linked locations to stories, and frankly was just NOT a good storyteller. This was scheduled to be a two-hour tour, but my wife and I left one hour into the tour when Mikko left the group for a restroom break. I would like to take this tour again because I think there is potential for it to be entertaining and informative, but only if he is not the guide.

Worth every penny

MELINDA_D, Aug 2023

Our guide Mikko was great, lots local education and knowledge. It didn't feel like a tour it felt like we were being shown around by our best friend. It didn't feel scripted at all.

Wonderful tour

Rebecca_K, Aug 2023

One of my favorite experiences while visiting New Orleans! Our tour group was very personal, only 5 friends and family members. Johnathan, our tour guide, was very funny and knowledgeable. We booked a 7pm evening tour and even though it was very hot outside, it was worth it. We were offered free waters at the beginning, stopped at a coffee shop halfway through for more, and was kept cool throughout by a fan Johnathan carried. Thanks so hosting us!

Our guide Jonathan was...

Marla_N, Jul 2023

Our guide Jonathan was great! He was very knowledgeable and the stories were interesting. It was overall a great tour.

The best tour

Jennifer_G, Jul 2023

The best tour of our trip hands down. Our tour guide Dane was amazing and incredibly knowledgeable. So glad we saved this tour for last.

Top Notch True Crime Tour

Lisa_G, Jul 2023

Jonathan is the best tour guide we’ve had in NOLA! We went on the true crime, “Sinister Criminal Intentions” tour and it was so much better than we anticipated. We visited lots of sights and heard even more stories in between. Well worth it!!

Great tour!

Chase_H, Jul 2023

Jonathan was great and very funny! He made it a personable experience and clearly knew the area. Highly recommend

Jonathan was amazing. ...

Tashya_C, Jul 2023

Jonathan was amazing. He has so much knowledge of New Orleans and the stories he tells is amazing. Would definitely recommend Jonathan to anyone who loves true crime.

Great tour!

Kristen_B, Jun 2023

Our tour guide Dane was awesome! He brought all the stories to life. Scarey, true crime. We had a great time!

NOLA True Crimes

Vickie_D, Jun 2023

Stories were intimate and detailed. Our guide Mikko was knowledgeable about the stories as well as throwing in some personal connection. He was humorous and entertaining.

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